Eclectic Electronics

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 09:00 AM PDT

The Apple iPhone 3G S has been announced and will be available starting June 19, 2009. It is aesthetically the same as the iPhone 3G, but is slightly different internally.

The Apple iPhone 3G S will reportedly have increased performance (better processor) over its predecessor, the Apple iPhone 3G. It will also have video recording capability with in-phone editing, voice control and digital compass. The camera has been improved from 2 megapixels to 3 megapixels with autofocus and tap-to-focus. Battery life has also been slightly improved.

The Apple iPhone 3G S 16GB is priced at $199 while the 32GB version is priced at $299. These prices require a new two-year contract with AT&T. For non-qualified customers, including existing AT&T customers who want to upgrade from another phone or replace an iPhone 3G, the price with a new two-year agreement is $599 (16GB), or $699 (32GB).

Cignal Digital TV SD, HD and Combo packages along with installation, equipment and monthly rates

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:00 AM PDT

I’ve noticed lots of people have been searching for Cignal Digital TV information these past few days so I decided to compile some information on their installation, equipment and monthly rates.

Cignal Digital TV Standard Definition Package:

Equipment*	P3,200
Installation**	P1,000
Monthly***	P390
Total Initial Cash Out	P4,590

Cignal Digital TV High Definition Package:

Equipment*	P6,500
Installation**	P1,000
Monthly***	P450
Total Initial Cash Out	P7,950

Cignal Digital TV Combo Package (includes both Standard and High Definition):

Equipment*	P4,800
Installation**	P1,000
Monthly***	P790
Total Initial Cash Out	P6,590

* Equipment for standard definition package includes the following:

standard definition set-top box
remote control
Cignal card
15 meters of RG6 cable
satellite dish

Equipment for high definition/combo package includes the following:

high definition-capable set-top box
remote control
Cignal card
15 meters of RG6 cable
2 meters of HDMI cable
satellite dish

** Base price for installation fee is P1,000. Additional charges may be incurred depending on the need for additional equipment.

*** 24-months lock-in period required. 1 month to be paid in advance. No discounts/free months for quarterly/semi-annual/yearly payments

For more information regarding Cignal Digital TV, you may call them at 895-6353. I have been told that service has been rolled out across Metro Manila and they are currently looking for partners in some of the provincial areas.